TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift MSC Stacker PR04

Tyson Foods; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Tyson Foods is hiring a Stacker Labor for the Wilkesboro Fresh Plant, 1st shift. You will stack and organize packaged products for palletizing, ensuring proper load stability and safe handling in a temperature-controlled, fresh-food environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining clean work areas, following food safety rules, and communicating effectively with line operators. Candidates must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work in a cold, wet, or humid setting as part of a fast-paced team.

Qualifications

• Ability to follow stacking patterns and instructions accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and consistency.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Basic communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to safety and food safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Stack packaged product onto pallets or designated staging areas according to specifications.
• Ensure proper stacking patterns, alignment, and stability of product loads.
• Monitor product flow to prevent backups, damage, or mis-stacking.
• Remove damaged or defective packages from the line and report issues.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas around stacking and palletizing stations.
• Assist with pallet changes, slip sheets, and load preparation.
• Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene requirements.
• Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies.
• Use proper lifting techniques and safe material-handling practices.
• Communicate effectively with line operators and supervisors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Stacking patterns

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Safety first

Communication

PPE awareness

Job description

## TYSON FOODS -WILKESBORO FRESH PLANT: 1st Shift MSC Stacker PR04Apply: Wilkesboro Plant - Wilkesboro, North Carolina: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 13, 2026 (5 days left to apply): R0489946**Job Details:** Pay is $18.30 per hour.Please opt in to SMS/texting or watch your email for updates on all job applications.REHIRES ARE SUBJECT TO A 91 DAY WAIT PERIOD, determined from their last date of employment, to apply for FRESH PLANT.CANDIDATES THAT HAVE WORKED FOR TYSON FOODS OR TYSON AFFILIATES 3 OR MORE TIMES WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE FOR REHIRE.MUST PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS TASKED BY ADMINISTRATION.MUST BE SAFE AND OBSERVE ALL OF TYSONS POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. ## **Stacker Labor**## **Job Description Summary**## The Stacker Labor employee is responsible for stacking, organizing, and preparing packaged product for palletizing and further processing. This position supports continuous product flow, packaging efficiency, and workplace safety while maintaining compliance with Tyson policies, food safety standards, and procedures in a fresh food manufacturing environment.## ## **Key Responsibilities**## Stack packaged product onto pallets or designated staging areas according to specifications## Ensure proper stacking patterns, alignment, and stability of product loads## Monitor product flow to prevent backups, damage, or mis-stacking## Remove damaged or defective packages from the line and report issues## Maintain clean and organized work areas around stacking and palletizing stations## Assist with pallet changes, slip sheets, and load preparation## Follow all food safety, sanitation, and hygiene requirements## Comply with OSHA regulations and Tyson safety policies## Use proper lifting techniques and safe material-handling practices## Communicate effectively with line operators and supervisors## Perform other duties as assigned## ## **Fresh Plant Environment Expectations**## Work directly with packaged fresh product in temperature-controlled environments## Adhere to strict food safety, sanitation, and contamination prevention standards## Wear required PPE, including gloves, hairnets, and protective footwear## Work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment## ## **Skills and Competencies**## Ability to follow stacking patterns and instructions accurately## Strong attention to detail and consistency## Ability to work in a fast-paced environment## Basic communication skills## Ability to work independently and as part of a team## Strong commitment to safety and food safety standards## ## **Physical Demands and Work Requirements**## Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift## Ability to bend, reach, twist, and perform repetitive motions## Ability to lift, carry, and stack product as required## Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without assistance## Ability to work in cold, wet, or humid conditions typical of a fresh plant environment## ## **Work Schedule**## Must be available to work assigned shifts## Overtime, weekends, and holidays may be required based on production needs## ## **Safety and Compliance Commitment**## The Stacker Labor employee is expected to maintain a safe work environment and comply with Tyson policies, food safety requirements, OSHA regulations, and plant procedures. This role is essential to maintaining packaging efficiency, load stability, and safe production operations at the Plant.**Relocation Assistance Eligible:**No**Work Shift:**1ST SHIFT (United States of America)